The Winter Prince by Elizabeth Wein

The Winter Prince

The Lion Hunters #1

Elizabeth Wein

292 pages first pub 1993 (editions)

fiction fantasy historical young adult adventurous medium-paced

Description

Brave Medraut is a fitting heir to the throne—but he can never be king—in this fantasy retelling of the legend of Mordred from the author of Code Name Verity. Medraut is the eldest son of High King Artos, and would-be heir to the British throne—if...

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Community Reviews Summary of 169 reviews

Moods

dark 86%
emotional 66%
challenging 46%
tense 46%
adventurous 26%
mysterious 26%
reflective 26%
sad 20%
hopeful 6%
inspiring 6%

Pace

medium 66%
slow 20%
fast 13%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 83% | A mix: 16%

Strong character development?

Yes: 61% | It's complicated: 23% | No: 15%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 69% | Yes: 30%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 72% | It's complicated: 27%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 100%

Average rating

3.97

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